Episode 106.
He left, saying he had an appointment.
Aoi bit the Yeouiju and ascended high into the sky.
Siwoo has been around for a long time.
It really stood there for a long time.
It was like looking into Medusa’s petrified eyes.
By the way, there is a Medusa channel on GotTube.
What happens when you look at Medusa in video?
“……”
I don’t know what to do.
How much time has passed like that?
My spirit has returned from my wanderings.
The ascended fish has returned to its original position.
and.
“Why is this…?”
The absurd thing disappeared, saying it was his turn this time.
A gaze that looks down calmly.
The armor that I had worked so hard to make was now dust and had fallen to the floor.
Kwon Gap… .
Yeah, that was definitely a glove.
It is clearly a sword, not an unidentifiable powder.
That too, a gauntlet made from ogre sinew.
Top-of-the-line equipment with a material cost of over 100 million won.
Hephaestus said it was ‘not bad’.
In Seo-ah’s worldview, it seems like there are over 10 billion.
In real life, it is possible to have equipment worth over 10 billion.
Absolutely not. Absolutely not.
No matter what happens.
Parsac─.
It was a piece of equipment that couldn’t be turned into dust like this.
“T, what the heck is this…?”
Was there a defect in the equipment?
There was absolutely no way that could happen.
If that was the case, Hephaestus would not have said it was ‘not bad’.
So was there a defect in the material?
As expected, that couldn’t be the case.
For the same reason as above.
The original material was ogre sinew.
And the ogre’s tendons are the organs that emit the ogre’s strength.
Literally the sinews of an ogre.
That means.
It meant that even the power of an ogre could be easily withstood.
Durability goes without saying.
It would not be an exaggeration to say that it is the hardest in the world.
“But why is this… Ah.”
An idea flashed through Siwoo’s head.
Insight (S+) has penetrated one truth.
“Could it be that you can’t withstand the brute strength of Hercules…?”
Hercules’ monstrous strength (SS).
Even the gods of Olympus paid homage to it.
The Giants of the End were finally forced to kneel.
A power that cannot be defined by common sense or knowledge.
Compared to Hercules, the ogre was nothing more than a child.
What the hell does a child have?
It didn’t even reach the level of a newborn baby.
So now.
“Are you saying that Ogre tendons are no match for it?”
Siwoo could easily come to a conclusion.
An ogre’s sinews can withstand the ogre’s strength.
But still.
Hercules’ monstrous strength (SS) was not enough to withstand it.
That means.
“It must be made of materials of a higher grade than ogre.”
Siwoo was lost in thought.
I thought of monsters that were higher level than ogres.
“hmm….”
Ogres are A+ class monsters.
It was a monster known as the strongest predator on earth.
“Hmm….”
A monster whose strength cannot be matched by anyone.
It was also the first monster that came to mind when you think of strength.
“Hmm… .”
Is that why?
“doesn’t exist?”
There wasn’t any.
That doesn’t mean there aren’t any monsters higher in rank than ogres.
Hercules’ monstrous strength (SS).
There was no monster in this world that could withstand that power.
“What the….”
No, does that mean Hercules can’t use any equipment?
Siwoo fell into thought once again.
and.
“It’s not?”
That wasn’t it.
It’s not like Hercules didn’t use any equipment.
The most representative Hercules equipment.
There was the famous ‘Nemean Lion Helmet’.
The material of the helmet was none other than the Nemean lion.
The Nemean Lion.
He was a monster from Greco-Roman mythology.
Also the sphinx we saw in the video last time.
It was the monster that became the Sphinx’s great-uncle.
And is Grandfather really Grandfather?
“Hercules said it was the toughest monster he ever faced.”
The reason, he said, was because of the extremely strong and thick leather.
The Nemean lion, of course, has arrows.
Stabbing with a spear was of no use.
Even if you hit it with an axe.
No matter how much you cut with a knife.
He couldn’t even scratch the Nemean lion.
No weapon in the world could pierce the skin of the Nemean lion.
“It is said that he did not flinch even when struck by Hercules.”
It is said that even Hercules’ fist could not strike.
Of course, that wouldn’t be the case now.
Hercules when fighting the Nemean lion.
Hercules on Gottube right now.
There was a huge difference between the two.
Simply put, the Nemean lion did not stop Hercules’ divine combat (SSS).
However, it was right to see that the SS was blocked.
There was a reason why Hercules was said to be a monster that could not avoid defeat.
But whatever.
Who is Hercules?
Huh? The blow isn’t working?
Then just crush it!
So he casted a guillotine choke on the Nemean lion.
He was finally strangled to death with a guillotine choke for a full 30 days.
But really… .
“Like Hercules who used a guillotine choke for a month, or the Nemean lion who withstood it.”
Well, in the end, the Nemean lion did die.
Thus dies the Nemean lion, the great-uncle of the Sphinx.
And at this time.
The technique used against the Nemean lion was also found in the Heracles Divine Combat (SSS).
It was established in a more advanced way and Siwoo was currently learning it.
Is that why?
“…You lasted that long for 30 days.”
Siu admired the Nemean lion.
My feelings for him were even stronger because I saw the technique firsthand.
anyway.
Of course, striking techniques and techniques.
A martial art that encompasses all ground techniques.
This is truly the pinnacle of martial arts.
It could be called a divine fighting technique.
anyway.
The Nemean lion’s entire body becomes disfigured and dies.
Is that why?
“They said that when they checked 30 days later, only the scalp was intact.”
So there was a hidden anecdote that said, “That’s why they could only make the helmet of the Nemean lion.”
“Because Hercules himself told me.”
It was probably true.
anyway.
Hercules and the Nemean Lion.
The story of this myth suggests one thing.
“It’s said that it has to be at least as big as the Nemean Lion….”
In order to create equipment that can withstand the monstrous strength of Hercules (SS).
however.
“Where on earth do you get that?”
Where on earth did you get that?
So where on earth is the Nemean lion-level monster?
No, even if it existed, it would be a problem.
“How do you catch it?”
How do you catch that!
Even Hercules was a monster that took 30 long days.
Even though he was the Hercules of the past, he was still a monster.
So Hercules is a monster.
In short, it was by no means at the level that Siwoo could catch.
What is Siwoo?
Even if an S-class hunter rushes in, it won’t work.
Even with 13 heroes, it’s honestly difficult.
So what all this suggests is one thing.
“I have to fight with my bare hands for the rest of my life…?”
There is no equipment that Siwoo can use.
No, I can’t make it.
“……”
I’m at a loss for words.
I don’t even know what to call this.
They say with great power comes great responsibility.
I don’t know if this is the right expression for the current situation.
But those words struck me as urgent.
“……”
Siwoo just stood there blankly, without saying a word.
* * *
It only takes a moment for Ayi to leave and ascend to heaven.
Daughter.
“I was wondering why the lights were on in the workshop. You were here.”
The workshop door opened and Seo Pal-gwang came in.
Currently, Siwoo was freely using the Seossi workshop.
It was also available for free.
It used to be that I didn’t have money, but not anymore.
So I offered to pay the usage fee, but Seo Pal-gwang stubbornly refused.
A promise is a promise, you know.
But I felt bad about using it for free.
So, Siwoo occasionally taught Seopalgwang the Hephaestus techniques.
“Hmm? Were you making equipment?”
“…Yes. Now it’s of no use.”
Siwoo answered very gloomily.
Was it strange that Siwoo looked like that?
“What happened?”
“Sir… I am now in a state where I can’t use my equipment.”
“…..?”
Seopalgwang tilted his head.
It seemed like he didn’t understand what Siwoo was saying.
Well, it was a strange thing to understand.
Because even Siwoo didn’t understand.
To be exact, I didn’t want to understand.
“Nothing…nothing.”
Siwoo just muddled through like that.
“I don’t know what it is, but I thought it would be a good idea to change my mind. If it’s okay, could you take a look at the equipment I made?”
“Is this the equipment you made?”
Instead of answering, Seo Pal-gwang walked to one side of the workshop.
And he handed something wrapped in a bundle to Siwoo.
What I received and confirmed.
“Is that a sword?”
A very sharp sword was inside the bundle.
And indeed, the words Seopalgwang came out on their own.
Basic skills are also skills.
The Hephaestus techniques that Siwoo had taught me had been absorbed into me little by little.
“Is it good?”
“I feel reassured when you say that.”
Seo Pal-gwang smiled with satisfaction.
“It looks like you put a lot of effort into it. I guess it was requested by someone important. Maybe an S-class hunter?”
“No, that’s not it. It’s the work I’m submitting to this seminar.”
“Seminar? Ah.”
Last time, I heard about the blacksmith seminar from Soeun.
I don’t know the details, but I remember that it was an important competition.
“I guess this is a more important competition than I thought.”
“That’s right. It’s the most prestigious competition in the world. Well, if you had participated, you would have won for sure.”
“Can I participate too?”
“Well, I guess that’s what I said, but I think it might be difficult.”
Then Seo Pal-gwang said:
The World Blacksmiths Association or something.
I guess I have to join something like that.
But even if I just briefly looked into the registration process, it was too complicated.
You must also have a blacksmith-related license.
There are dozens of documents required for this and that.
Above all, you must have a unique personality related to production to join.
Siwoo gave up right here.
“I can’t do it.”
Because Siwoo, who had no individuality, couldn’t even join.
To be exact, it was nothing more than what appeared to be a personalityless state, but anyway.
“I asked So-eun, and she said there is a prize for winning.”
“That’s right.”
Seo Pal-gwang nodded slightly.
But he said it in a tone that seemed like he didn’t really care.
“But it’s not really because of the prize. It’s because of the symbolism.”
This time, Siwoo nodded slightly.
Seminars like this are symbolic.
That is, reputation was the most important law.
“First of all, the prize that came out this time is useless. It’s a prize that Master Aurelian himself put out.”
huh?
This is a product from Master Aurelian, but you say it’s useless?
“What’s the prize for winning?”
“It’s called Orihalcon.”
“Orihalcon…?”
The moment Siwoo saw it, he tilted his head.
Orichalcum.
Metals discovered after the 5th industrial revolution.
To put it simply, its characteristics can be said to be that it is a metal that is indestructible due to its extreme strength.
So there was no one.
Someone who can refine orichalcon.
Even Master Aurelian could not refine this metal.
So, it is a metal that is more familiar in its raw form rather than in its processed form.
It could definitely be seen as useless.
No matter how precious the gold or stone is, what good is it if it cannot be refined?
It was just pretty trash.
No, but.
Why are you putting out as a product something you can’t even refine yourself?
If you are confident, try refining it.
Is that something like that?
Or else he who refines this metal will become the king of blacksmiths.
Is that something like that?
What the heck is this Excalibur?
“That’s what I said. It’s a kind of symbolism.”
Seopalgwang shook his head slightly and said.
Siwoo could perfectly understand the meaning of ‘symbolism’.
So, it is a seminar where blacksmiths from all over the world gather.
Whether Seo Pal-gwang can win or not… .
Honestly, I couldn’t tell.
Because I had no idea what level of blacksmithing skills other countries had.
Still, with this level of quality….
I can’t guarantee that I’ll win, but wouldn’t it be worth a try?
With that thought in mind, Siwoo returned the sword─.
for a moment.
Siwoo’s body suddenly froze.
Just one thought passing through my head.
More precisely, one word.
Orichalcum.
A metal that is indestructible due to its extreme strength.
A metal that no blacksmith in the world has ever refined.
Hence the name, the metal of God.
but.
‘this….’
Siwoo had seen it before.
This is the process by which orichalcon is refined.
None other than Hephaestus in the video.
Shi-Woo had clearly seen the video of Mjolnir being stolen and forged.
I’m talking about the refining of orichalcon.
Of course, orichalcum is a metal called the metal of the gods.
Man is a metal that cannot be handled.
but.
What if it is God’s Metallurgy (SS)?
It was possible.
It’s not that it might be possible.
It is absolutely possible.
Because I saw it with my own two eyes.
Originally, Hephaestus made countless pieces of equipment for the gods using orichalcum.
Thus, equipment that can withstand the monstrous strength of Hercules (SS).
Siwoo might be able to make his own equipment.
In fact, among Hercules’ equipment there was one made of orichalcum.
These are the shin guards of Hercules.
Also known as Hercules’ Greaves.
The 1-second method of defeating the nine dragons and Hydra, the Fallen Dragon Leg.
The Hercules greaves, which were not broken even by the falling dragon’s legs, were made of orichalcum.
So now.
‘this….’
A thought flashed through Siwoo’s head.
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